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Martha JP McQuade
also known as Martha McQuade
About Martha
Biography
I believe in direct communication and cooperation between the lawyer and client. A lawyer can’t be helpful if he or she talks at you or around you. So I'll ask lots of questions, I'll really listen to your answers, I’ll give you straight answers to your questions, and, together, we will craft an approach that gives us the best chance at achieving your goals. At every step in the process, we’ll watch for opportunities to settle issues. Bear in mind, however, that well prepared litigation is sometimes needed to create the environment for settlement.
Ms. McQuade is experienced, knowledgeable, respected and has practiced exclusively in the family law field for almost 30 years.
She has been chosen for inclusion in ‘Best Lawyers in America” every year since 2009, in SuperLawyers Magazine every year since 2008, in Washingtonian Magazine’s “Top Divorce Lawyers” since 2004, and in Martindale-Hubbell’s “Preeminent Lawyers” since 1997 (through Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system, she has consistently been given top scores in both ethics and competence in her area of practice.)
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Licensed in Maryland for 41 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 35 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 40 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
McQuade Byrum PLLC
602 N Columbus St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Martha JP McQuade's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015
An attorney on your side...
I have been associated with Ms. McQuade for over 6 years. Ms. McQuade first assisted with my divorce, and then later with action to stop paying support. I would best describe Ms. McQuade as a professional, attention to detail oriented person and knowledgeable of the law and legal process. I would ...
Posted by Bipin | July 26, 2013
Great Divorce Lawyer
II retained Martha after my ex-wife put a restraining order against me, and than filed for a divorce. My case was difficult as I was not able to obtain any needed documents as they were very old and only copy we had were in the home, and I did not had access to my home to retrieve them. Martha help...
Posted by Bill | May 7, 2013
Divorcing
Ms. McQuade walked me through my separation and divorce this past year. She was very professional and exposed where the competing counsel was making critical errors. Her knowledge of the laws and process was evident and you can be confident in trusting her to help you make the correct decisions in ...
Martha JP McQuade's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her as co-counsel. She represents clients who are in the military who have potential adverse consequences within the military, this is where I co-counsel with her to bring my military law expertise to ensure a well rounded representation."
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Experience
Honors
2019
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2019
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers Magazine
2019
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Clarence Dunnaville Award, Virginia State Bar Diversity Conference
2014
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Fellow, Virginia Law Foundation
2013
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers
2013
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2012
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2012
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers
2011
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2011
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers
2010
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers in America
2010
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers
2009
A 'Best Lawyer' in Family Law every year since 2009, Best Lawyers
2009
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers Magazine
2009
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
A SuperLawyer in Family Law every year since 2008, SuperLawyers
2007
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Board of Governors, Human Rights Campaign
2006
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Best Lawyers in Family Law, Washingtonian Magazine
2004
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Star of the Bar, Women's Bar Association of the District of Columbia
2003
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Frederick B. Abramson Award for Bar Leadership, District of Columbia Bar
1999
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
Gerald B. Roemer Community Service Award, Department of Justice Pride
1998
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
AV Rated (highest level for ethics and competence) since 1997, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
AV Rated (highest level for both ethics and competence), Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2006 - 2019
Managing Partner/Attorney, McQuade Byrum PLLC
1997 - 2006
Managing Partner/Attorney, McQuade & Hite PLLC
1992 - 1997
Partner/Attorney/Head of Virginia Family Law Division, Feldesman, Tucker, Leifer, Fidell & Bank
1987 - 1992
Associate/Attorney, Feldesman , Tucker, Leifer, Fidell & Bank
Associations
Virginia State Bar
Member, Family Law Section
Alexandria Bar Association
Member, Family Law Section
Fairfax Bar Association
Member, Family Law Section
Fairfax Bar Association
Conciliator for Motions Day
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Member, Family Law Section
2012 - 2013
Virginia State BarChair, Lawyer Disciplinary Board
2005 - 2010
Women's Bar Association FoundationBoard Member
1998 - 1999
Fairfax Bar AssociationChair and Moderator, Annual Bench-Bar CLE
1996 - 1998
Virginia Commission on Women and Minorities in the Legal SystemPresident
1994 - 1995
Women's Bar Association of the District of ColumbiaPresident
Education
1984
George Washington University National Law Center
JD
1975
University of Texas
BJ
Speaking Engagements
2015
AAML/VTLA Annual Divorce Practice Seminar
Equitable Distribution and Grounds in Same-Sex Marriages
2011
Virginia Women Attorneys Association Ethics Breakfast
Ethical Issues in Litigation
2009
VTLA Advanced Family Law Retreat
Client Goals and Expectations in Custody Litigation
2007
Venable LLP Litigation Seminar
Women in Negotiations
2006
Virginia Women Attorneys Association CLE
Rainmaking/Client Development
2005
Fairfax Bar Association Convention
The Lawyer Disciplinary Process
2004
Virginia Women Attorneys Association Annual Ethics Breakfast
Cases in Professionalism and Civility
2004
Arlington County Bar Association Family Law Annual Seminar
Dealing with Difficult Clients, Opposing Counsel and Judges
1999
American Bar Association National Summit for Women in Law Firms
Essential Negotiation Skills and Strategies
1996
Washington College of Law Founder's Day Celebration
Enduring Contributions of Ellen Spencer Mussey and Emma Gillettt
Publications
2011
ABA Commission on Women in the Profession
The road to INDEPENDENCE